SSN 36C25626Q0667.pdf
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- 36C25626Q0667
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This is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16, for Stryker-Compatible Arthroscopy Equipment. The SSN is purely for market research and informational purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The VA seeks to identify qualified vendors to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy, including whether to pursue a small business set-aside or unrestricted competition. The primary NAICS code is 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.
Vendors must submit complete responses addressing seven mandatory requirements: manufacturing location with supporting documentation; small or large business status with NMR compliance documentation; current OEM authorization letter (within 18 months) verifying authorized distributor status with access to OEM replacement parts; contractor information including name, point of contact, address, phone, email, business size, UEI, and CAGE code; small business certifications (SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8(a)) with proof; identification of any existing GWAC, GSA Schedule, IDIQ, or BPA contracts; and proof that endoscopic imaging components, accessories, scopes, and sterilization trays are functionally and mechanically compatible with Stryker 1688 AIM imaging platforms per the attached Statement of Work. Questions must be submitted by 12:00 PM CST on April 17, 2026, and responses are due by 7:00 AM CST on April 20, 2026, to William.Shaver@va.gov. Vendors are encouraged to provide estimated market pricing for procurement strategy determination. Information provided will be used solely for market research and will not be shared outside the VA acquisition team.
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Department of Veterans Affairs
Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16
Sources Sought Notice (SSN)
DISCLAIMER:
This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued solely for informational and market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to award a contract, nor does it obligate the Government to any acquisition action. Responses to this notice are strictly voluntary; the Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding. Respondents should not include proprietary or restricted information. If a solicitation is issued, it will be posted on SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this SSN.
1. Title
Stryker-Compatible Arthroscopy Equipment
2. Purpose
The purpose of this SSN is to identify qualified and capable sources to assist in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy (e.g., small business set‑aside, unrestricted). Responses will support the VA’s market research for an anticipated requirement.
3. NAICS and PSC Information
Primary NAICS: 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing. Small Business Size
Standard: 1,000 employees.
4. Required Vendor Responses
Vendors must provide complete responses to all items below to be considered responsive to this
SSN:
1. Where are the requested items/equipment manufactured? Attach supporting documentation.
2. Are the requested items/equipment manufactured by a small or large business? Include NMR compliance documentation.
3. Provide current OEM authorization verifying the vendor is an authorized distributor and has access to OEM replacement parts (no gray-market sources accepted). Authorization letter must be current (within the last 18 months.)
4. Provide contractor name, point of contact, address, phone number, email, business size, UEI and CAGE code.
5. Identify whether your company qualifies as SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8(a).
Provide proof of certification (SDVOSB/VOSB must be SBA‑certified under the VetCert program).
6. Identify any GWAC, GSA Schedule (including SINs), IDIQ, or BPA under which these supplies/services are available, including contract numbers.
7. Response shall show proof endoscopic imaging components, accessories, scopes, and sterilization trays that are functionally and mechanically compatible with current Stryker
1688 AIM imaging platforms per attached SOW.
5. Instructions for Responses
Questions regarding this SSN shall be submitted by 12:00 PM (CST), April 17, 2026, to
William.Shaver@va.gov. Responses must be submitted by 07:00 AM (CST), April 20, 2026, in
Microsoft Word or PDF format to the same email address. Include the subject line: “VAMC
Stryker-Compatible Arthroscopy Equipment – SSN Response.”
6. Market Pricing
Vendors are encouraged to provide estimated market pricing. Pricing information provided will assist the VA in determining procurement strategy and is considered part of market research only.
7. Additional Information
Information provided will be used solely for market research and will not be released outside the
VA acquisition team. If no responses to this notice are received from an authorized distributor, then this action will be sole sourced to the manufacturer/authorized distributor.
8. Contact Information
William Shaver
William.Shaver@va.gov
9. Background - SOW
Please see the draft Statement of Work (SOW), provided as Attachment A, for additional background and technical information.
mailto:William.Shaver@va.gov
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